2. The effects of using ICT
Software copyright
Hacking
Computer virus
How do you protect yourself?
3. Effects of ICT on employment
Jobs lost
Manufacturing
Secretarial
work
Accounting clerks
Newspaper printing
Jobs gained
ITtechnicians
Computer programmers
Web designers
Help-desk staff
4. Effects of ICT on employment
Questions:
1. State 2 areas in which employment has
been increased and 2 in which
unemployment has increased.
2. Explain 2 advantages why computers are
used instead of people
3. Andrea thinks that ICT has a bad effect of
employment. To what extent do you agree
with this?
5. Effects of microprocessor-
controlled devices in the home
What is a microprocesor?
Small CPU built into a single chip
What is a microcontroller?
Special type of microprocessor. In a chip
contains: CPU, RAM, ROM, sometimes ADC,
DAC to allow easy connection to devices such
as sensors.
6. Effects of microprocessor-
controlled devices in the home
Give examples of devices, which contain a
microprocessor, and are used for
entertainment
Give examples of devices that make our
lives easier.
7. Effects of microprocessor-
controlled devices in the home
Questions
1. There are many microprocessor-controlled
devices in the modern house. Describe the
effects of these devices on people’s lifestyles
(with examples)
2. Give 2 examples of microprocessor-controlled
devices.
3. Define microprocessor.
4. What is a microcontroller?